Determine Tool Offsets - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D Operator's Manual

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Parameters Operating Area
5.2 Tool offset

5.2.10 Determine tool offsets

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Function
The "Determine tool offsets" function allows you to change the
reference values of different axes and then to calculate them.
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TO Tool offset, absolute dimension
R Tool mounting point
M Machine zero
W Workpiece zero
Operating sequence
The "Tool offset" window is displayed automatically.
Position the cursor on the tool parameter you wish to change.
The "Absolute dimension" window opens.
Select the appropriate axis with the "Select key". Alter the reference
value if necessary using the numeric keypad.
When you press softkey "OK", the current position and corresponding
reference value for the selected tool parameter are calculated.
The following equation applies: Position – reference value = input
value
The window is closed.
Position – reference value is entered in the input field. The window
remains open.
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